Naimal Khawar Abbasi dedicatees her work to the Palestinian cause
The former actor is doing her bid to help the Palestinians during the ongoing atrocities by the Israeli government in Gaza and the West Bank. The artist shared her recent work and dedicated it to the mothers of Gaza.
Her Instagram post read, “My recent work is part of Wajood-e-zan curated by Sannia Bilal. It’s now on display at Haam Gallery, Lahore,” Naimal shared on Instagram. “When I conceptualised it and worked on it for months, I dedicated it to the strength and beauty of the women in my life, an ode to motherhood.”
Adnan Siddiqui lifts the curtain on Selahaddin Eyyubi’s Trailer
The highly anticipated trailer of the grand collaboration between Pakistan and Turkey Selahaddin Eyyubi’s (The Conquerer of Jerusalem), is finally out. Actor Adnan Siddiqui shared the trailer on his Instagram emphasizing the importance of revisiting history.
“It’s important to revisit history from time to time. And so is to follow the path you believe in despite the many naysayers, despite all adversity,” wrote Siddiqui. “Selahaddin Eyubbi, the legendary warrior, offers glorious lessons in courage, indomitable spirit, determination, justice and generosity. The king whose name is etched in golden words, comes alive on your screen on November 13. Meanwhile, a glimpse for you,” he shared.
Veteran filmmaker Hassan Askari passes away in Lahore
Renowned director Hasan Askari passed away in Lahore on Monday after battling cancer. The esteemed director took his last breath at 78 in Shaikh Zayed Hospital. Askari, who enjoyed a distinguished career in the film industry that spanned several decades, made significant contributions to both Punjabi and Urdu cinema. He directed around 60 Punjabi and Urdu films, additionally producing 10 of them.
Rambo and Sahiba celebrate 25 years of Marital Bliss
Film star Reema and Shaan Shahid gathered to celebrate the 25th wedding anniversary of Rambo and Sahiba. Sahiba, took to Instagram a few days ago to pen a wish on the eve of the milestone. “My most favourite love story is my own!” she wrote, sharing a picture of her and her renowned husband. “25 years of this fairytale and counting…Alhumdulillah.” She also thanked Reema in another post, stating, “Thank you so much Reema for your surprise visit, your love, and beautiful gifts at our 25th anniversary.”
Post Maulana Tariq Jamil’s son’s death, celebrities talk about the vitality of mental health
Asim Jamil, the son of renowned Islamic scholar and preacher Maulana Tariq Jamil, died after sustaining a gunshot wound to his chest at his farmhouse. Many celebrities have since taken to social media to talk about the vitality of addressing mental health issues openly.
For all those who say that depression happens because of [distance from religion], please take the example of Maulana Tariq Sahab’s son who was suffering from it even though he had a household full of religious activities and his father [was] such an honoured religious scholar,” stated actor Zara Noor Abbas Siddiqui on her Instagram Story.
Anoushey Ashraf penned in her Instagram Story, “I hope those celebs who unknowingly but hurtfully speak about how depression is being away from Allah realise that it’s very much a medical issue. Many troubles and issues in life can perhaps be because of your disconnect with the higher being, get your viewpoint, but depression is a ‘real’ sickness and disease. It’s not being away from God, it’s being ill. Very ill in such cases. Saddened to hear about the passing of such a young man. Rest in peace.”
